Why January 8th Matters In Rock History

posted by Dave Basner -

Jan 8, 2019

It’s January 8th and here are some reasons why this day matters in rock history:

In 1969, Mick Jaggerand Keith Richardswere barred from an exclusive hotel in Lima, Peru for wearing “op art” pants and nothing else. The Rolling Stonesrockers were asked to leave the Hotel Crillen after refusing to change clothes.

In 1991,Def Leppard guitarist Steve Clark, an original member of the band, died in London after an overdose from drugs and alcohol.

In 2001, a woman who believed that Axl Rosecommunicated with her via telepathy was arrested for the second time for stalking the Guns N’ Rosessinger. Police detained her after she was spotted loitering outside of the rocker’s home.

In 2016, David Bowiereleased his 25th and last studio album,Blackstar. It became his first and only record to top the charts.

And in 2002, the Black Crowes announced that they would be going on hiatus, releasing a statement that said, “For the time being, ChrisRobinson is pursuing a solo career. SteveGorman has left the band for personal reasons.” The guys would all reunite and continue in 2005.